Course overview
This course provides practical guidance on integrating sustainability into procurement processes, helping organisations build resilient, responsible supply chains that align with regulatory and ethical standards.
Procurement plays a critical role in building a sustainable future. In many industries—including healthcare and the built environment—up to 80% of organisational spending is linked to supply chains.
This course will help you to:
- understand the principles of sustainable procurement and why it matters
- identify barriers to sustainable procurement and strategies to overcome them
- evaluate the economic and environmental impact of procurement decisions
- explore the role of social value in public sector procurement and why it is essential
- apply the Sustainable Procurement Flexible Framework (SPFF) to real-world scenarios.
Who this programme is for
- Procurement professionals who want to integrate sustainability into their processes.
- Sustainability and supply chain managers responsible for ethical sourcing.
- Public sector procurement teams looking to align with sustainability regulations.
- Business leaders who want to drive sustainable supply chain strategies.
Course details
What you study
This course introduces participants to the key principles and frameworks of sustainable procurement, providing practical strategies for integrating sustainability into purchasing decisions.
Key topics covered:
- Introduction to sustainable procurement – understanding the core principles.
- Sustainable Procurement Flexible Framework (SPFF) – applying best practices.
- Key barriers to sustainable procurement – and how to overcome them.
- Economic impact of sustainable procurement – balancing cost and sustainability.
- Environmental impact of sustainable procurement – reducing carbon footprints.
- Social value in procurement – what it means and how to measure it.
- Why social value matters for UK public procurement – legal and ethical considerations.
- Using the social value model – integrating sustainability into procurement strategies.
How you learn
Face-to-face, on-campus delivery.
Expert-led sessions with real-world examples.
Interactive discussions and case studies to apply learning in practice.
How you are assessed
There is no formal assessment for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Participants should have at least Level 2 knowledge of sustainability and/or procurement.
Employability
Career opportunities
Sustainable procurement is becoming a key priority for businesses and public sector organisations. This course helps you to:
- improve procurement decision-making with a sustainability focus
- align with government and industry sustainability targets
- enhance their professional expertise in responsible sourcing and procurement.
